CountryNet Radio System
Date issue released
Safety Issue Description

The Manildra Mill shunt locomotive did not have a CountryNet communication system installed as required by the New South Wales Rail Safety (General) Regulation 2008.

Issue number
RO-2010-002-SI-01
Transport Function
Rail: Freight
Issue Owner
Manildra Group
Mode of Transport
Rail
Issue Status Justification

The CountryNet communication system includes GPS data transmission which is required by the TMCS to verify train location and ensure network rules are complied with. CountryNet communication system installed in March 2010. Now complies with the New South Wales Rail Safety (General) Regulation 2008.

Proactive action
Action number
RO-2010-002-NSA-003
Organisation
Manildra Group
Action date
Action Status
Closed
Action description

A CountryNet communication system has been installed into the Manildra Mill shunt locomotive.

ATSB Response

The radio system installed into the Manildra Mill shunt locomotive now complies with the requirements of the New South Wales Rail Safety (General) Regulation 2008.